transmission fluid LINCOLN MKZ 2011 User Guide

Perform the services noted in the following table at the specified
time/mileage (km) period either within 3,000 miles (5,000 km) of the
OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message appearing in the message center or
when the time/mileage (km) reading indicates service is due.
Example #1:The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message comes on at
28,751 miles (46,270 km); perform the 30,000 mile (48,000 km)
automatic transmission fluid replacement.
Example #2:The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message hasnotcome on
but the odometer reads 30,000 miles (48,000 km); perform the engine air
filter replacement. (i.e., Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ was reset at
25,000 miles [40,000 km].)
Every 20,000 miles
(32,000 km)Replace cabin air filter (if equipped)
Every 30,000 miles
(48,000 km)Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if
equipped)
Replace engine air filter
Every 100,000 miles
(160,000 km)Change engine coolant
1
Replace spark plugs
Inspect accessory drive belt(s)2
Every 150,000 miles
(240,000 km)Change automatic transmission fluid and filter
(filter not required on 6F35, 6F50, DPS6 and
AWF-21 transmissions); consult dealer for
requirements
Change manual transmission fluid
Change rear axle fluid (RWD vehicles)
Replace accessory drive belt(s) if not replaced
within the last 100,000 miles (160,000 km)
Replace timing belt (Fiesta).Failure to replace
timing belt can cause internal engine
damage.
1Initial replacement at 100,000 miles (160,000 km) or 72 months; every
50,000 miles (80,000 km) or 36 months thereafter
2Perform a follow-up inspection at 120,000 miles (192,000 km)
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SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS
If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury vehicleprimarilyin one of the
more demandingSpecial Operating Conditionslisted below, you will
need to have some items maintained more frequently. If you only
occasionallyoperate your vehicle under these conditions, it is not
necessary to perform the additional maintenance. For specific
recommendations, see your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership service
advisor or technician.
Towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier
As required– Change engine oil and replace oil filter as indicated by
message center and perform services as listed in the
Normal Scheduled Maintenance chart
Inspect frequently, service as
required– See axle maintenance items under
Exceptions
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)– Change automatic transmission fluid (except 6R80
transmission)
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km)– Change manual transmission fluid
Perform the services noted in the preceding table at the specified
time/mileage (km) period either within 3,000 miles (5,000 km) of the
OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message appearing in the message center or
when the time/mileage (km) reading indicates service is due.
Example #1:The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message comes on at
28,751 miles (46,270 km); perform the 30,000 mile (48,000 km)
automatic transmission fluid replacement.
Example #2:The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message hasnotcome on
but the odometer reads 30,000 miles (48,000 km); perform the engine air
filter replacement. (i.e., Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ was reset at
25,000 miles [40,000 km].)
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Extensive idling and/or low-speed driving for long distances as in heavy
commercial use such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery
As required– Change engine oil and replace oil filter as indicated by
message center and perform services as listed in the
Normal Scheduled Maintenance chart (except Fiesta)
Inspect frequently, service as
required– Replace cabin air filter (if equipped)
– Replace engine air filter
Every 300 hours of engine
operation*– Change engine oil and replace oil filter (Fiesta)
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)– Change automatic transmission fluid (except Fiesta and
vehicles equipped with a 6R80 transmission)
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km)– Replace spark plugs
* Engine hour meter installation is recommended for these operating
conditions.
Perform the services noted in the preceding table at the specified
time/mileage (km) period either within 3,000 miles (5,000 km) of the
OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message appearing in the message center or
when the time/mileage (km) reading indicates service is due.
Example #1:The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message comes on at
28,751 miles (46,270 km); perform the 30,000 mile (48,000 km)
automatic transmission fluid replacement.
Example #2:The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message hasnotcome on
but the odometer reads 30,000 miles (48,000 km); perform the engine air
filter replacement. (i.e., Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ was reset at
25,000 miles [40,000 km].)
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Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads
Inspect frequently, service as
required– Replace cabin air filter (if equipped)
– Replace engine air filter
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km)– Inspect the wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag
– Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or
6 months– Change engine oil and replace oil filter
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)– Change automatic transmission fluid (except Fiesta and
vehicles equipped with a 6R80 transmission)
Every 50,000 miles (80,000 km)– Change manual transmission fluid
Reset your Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ after each engine oil and filter
change; refer to theInstrument Clusterchapter.
Exclusive use of E85 (Flex Fuel Vehicles only)
Every oil change interval– If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with
regular unleaded fuel
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A
Accessory delay ..........................75
AdvanceTrac ..............................209
Air cleaner filter ...............303, 306
Air conditioning ....................44, 47
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................142, 151, 154
and child safety seats ............144
description ..............142, 151, 154
disposal ....................................157
driver airbag ....142, 144, 152, 155
indicator light .........150, 153, 156
operation .........142, 144, 152, 155
passenger airbag ....142, 144, 152,
155
side airbag ...............................151
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................229
Ambient mood/lighting ...............58
AM/FM .........................................28
Antifreeze (see Engine
coolant) .....................................283
Anti-lock brake system (see
Brakes) ..............................207–208
Anti-theft system ..............108, 112
arming the system ..................112
disarming a triggered
system .....................................113
Audio system (see Radio) .........28
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................215
fluid, adding ............................301
fluid, checking ........................301
fluid, refill capacities ..............307
fluid, specification ..................307
Selectshift (SST) ....................216Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....35
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........307
B
Battery .......................................281
acid, treating emergencies .....281
jumping a disabled battery ....253
maintenance-free ....................281
replacement, specifications ...306
servicing ..................................281
Belt-Minder.............................137
Blind Spot Information
System .......................................223
Blind spot mirror ......................222
Booster seats .............................171
Brakes ........................................207
anti-lock ...........................207–208
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................208
fluid, checking and adding ....301
fluid, refill capacities ..............307
fluid, specifications .................307
lubricant specifications ..........307
parking ....................................208
shift interlock ..........................213
Break-in period .............................5
Bulbs ............................................59
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....307
Car2UHome Automation
System .........................................83
CD ................................................28
Cell phone use ..............................8
Changing a tire .........................245
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Child safety seats ......................162
attaching with tether straps ..168
in front seat ............................162
in rear seat ..............................162
LATCH .....................................166
recommendations ...................160
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................171
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............267
instrument panel ....................269
interior .....................................270
plastic parts ............................268
washing ....................................266
waxing .....................................267
wheels ......................................267
wiper blades ............................268
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......44, 47
Clock ............................................28
Clock adjust
AM/FM/CD/MP3 ........................29
Compass, electronic ....................71
calibration .................................72
set zone adjustment .................71
Console
overhead ....................................70
Controls
power seat ...............................116
steering column ........................80
Coolant
checking and adding ..............283
refill capacities ................286, 307
specifications ..........................307
Cross Traffic Alert ....................223
Cruise control (see Speed
control) ........................................78
Cupholder(s) .............................127Customer Assistance ................236
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..................................315, 318
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................262
Getting roadside assistance ...236
Getting the service you
need .........................................258
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................264
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................262
D
Daytime running lamps (see
Lamps) .........................................54
Defrost
rear window and rearview
mirrors .......................................47
windshield .................................47
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................301
engine oil .................................278
Driving under special
conditions ..................217, 230, 232
sand .........................................231
snow and ice ...........................233
through water .................232, 235
E
Electronic message center .........18
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................253
running out of fuel .........252, 293
Emission control system ..........297
Engine ........................................310
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What Maintenance Schedule
Should You Follow? ................321
Seats ..........................................114
child safety seats ....................162
cleaning ...................................271
climate control ..................47, 120
easy access/easyout feature ..121
front seats ...............................119
memory seat ...................103, 118
SecuriCode keyless entry
system ........................................107
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ........................................108
Servicing your vehicle ..............274
Setting the clock .........................29
Side air curtain .........................154
SOS Post Crash Alert ...............157
Spark plugs, specifications ......306,
310
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................307
Speed control ..............................78
Starting your vehicle ........202–204
jump starting ..........................253
Steering wheel
controls ......................................80
tilting .........................................69
Stereo
6-CD in dash .............................28
CD-MP3 .....................................28
SYNC..........................................43
T
Tilt steering wheel ......................69Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....190
Tires ...........................175–176, 245
alignment ................................183
care ..........................................179
changing ..................................245
checking the pressure ............179
inflating ...................................177
label .........................................189
replacing ..................................181
rotating ....................................183
safety practices .......................182
sidewall information ...............184
snow tires and chains ............194
spare tire .................................246
terminology .............................176
tire grades ...............................176
treadwear ........................175, 180
Towing .......................................200
recreational towing .................200
trailer towing ..........................200
wrecker ....................................256
Transmission .............................215
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....213
fluid, refill capacities ..............307
lubricant specifications ..........307
Trunk ...........................................99
remote release ..................88, 103
Turn signal ..................................57
U
Universal garage door opener ....83
USB port ......................................37
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